Evansville Indiana Map

About Evansville, Indiana

Evansville is a locality in Vanderburgh County, Indiana, United States. With a population of 204,607, Evansville is a major urban centre in Indiana. The population density is 949.4 people per km². Evansville is located at 37.9748°N, 87.5558°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 47714.

Evansville, a significant hub on the Ohio River, draws its character from the fertile plains and rolling hills that define southwestern Indiana. It lies 7.4 miles south of Vanderburgh, IN (from Vanderburgh, IN: bearing 170°T), and is situated 9.8 miles north of Henderson. This land, once trod by indigenous peoples and later settled by ambitious pioneers, became a vital point of commerce due to its strategic waterway. The river’s steady flow has been a constant companion to Evansville’s development, shaping its economy from early steamboat trade to its modern role in manufacturing and logistics. The city's historical roots are deeply intertwined with the agricultural bounty of the surrounding countryside, a legacy still visible in the enduring presence of grain elevators and the rich soil that yields its harvest each year. The cultural pulse of Evansville beats with a distinct Midwestern sensibility, a blend of pragmatism and a quiet warmth. The Reitz Home Museum offers a glimpse into the opulence of a bygone era, a stately reminder of the city’s prosperous past, while the Evansville Museum of Arts, History & Science provides a broader canvas of local and regional achievements. Students and scholars find their intellectual home at the University of Southern Indiana and the University of Evansville, contributing to the city's ongoing evolution. Though not a major sports metropolis, the Evansville Otters baseball team fosters a strong sense of local pride, drawing families to the ballpark on summer evenings. The vibrant spirit of Evansville truly comes alive during its many festivals and community gatherings, echoing the enduring connections forged by its people.

About This Evansville Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Evansville, Indiana — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.974764, -87.555848. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Evansville and Vanderburgh County.

Detailed location data for Evansville includes the ZIP code (47713), telephone area code (812), county seat of Vanderburgh County (Evansville), and school district assignment (Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corporation). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Evansville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.